Occupational Therapist (Older People, Community)

Job summary

Fantastic opportunity for newly a qualified Occupational Therapist or an Occupational therapist who is keen for a new challenge.

Have you considered a challenging but rewarding job working with a diverse range of people; being involved closely with families, advocating for the needs of others and working with an amazing team?

Then this opportunity is absolutely for you!

An exciting opportunity for a Band 5 Community Occupational Therapist has become available in Chesterfield Older Adult Community Mental Health Team.

Main duties of the job

We are an experienced and professional team, dedicated to the goal of providing excellent care for the Older Adult population in Central Chesterfield.

As a team, we are a friendly and supportive; ensuring that we operate with professionalism and inclusivity.

Due to the geographical area this post covers, the post holder will need to demonstrate that they can travel by car within the area.

Main duties of the job

Work with Service Users with both functional and organic illnesses, with the full support of the MDT.

Carry a caseload of patients with varying needs.

Use excellent OT assessment skills, risk management skills and communication skills; working towards building therapeutic relationships with both Service Users and their families/carers.

Work as part of a knowledgeable, supportive and forward-thinking team who are committed to supporting and guiding learning and development.

Work closely with our Voluntary Partners and Primary Care.

the post holder will receive regular Clinical, Managerial and Peer supervision and access a wide range of development opportunities. Supervision will also be provided from the OT Clinical Leads.

We welcome applications fromnewly-qualified Occupational Therapists and offer support and guidance and an excellent Preceptorship programme.

Have the peace of mind of knowing the Trust operates a fair and equitable mileage expenses scheme.

About us

Join 'Team Derbyshire Healthcare' and become part of a talented, compassionate and enthusiastic workforce committed to a vision of 'making a positive difference in people's lives'.

CQC rated us as 'GOOD' overall, commenting on how our colleagues "treated patients with compassion and kindness" and "felt positive and proud about working for the Trust."

Benefits include:

• Commitment to flexible working where this is possible
• 27 days annual leave/year plus bank holidays, increasing to 29 days after 5 years & 33 days after 10 years' service
• Yearly appraisal and commitment to ongoing training
• Generous NHS pension scheme
• Good maternity, paternity and adoption benefits
• Health service discounts and online benefits
• Incremental pay progression
• Free confidential employee assistance programme 24/7
• Access to our LGBT+ network, BAME Network and Christian Network
• Health and wellbeing opportunities
• Structured learning and development opportunities